RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Denise Seavey
October 15, 2025
Denise Seavey passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loved ones, on October 15, 2025. She courageously and gracefully battled cancer for nine years, always trusting in the Lord's goodness and perfect timing.She was preceded in death by her father, Richard Volk, and is survived by her devoted husband of 49 years, Knight Seavey; her mother, Barbara Volk; her...
John Ross
October 15, 2025
John wrote his own Obituary so he could communicate his final message in his own words.
John Ross left his body October 15, 2025.
John loved his wife Janie dearly. He believed his marriage with Janie and his relationship with his three children, Matt, Jay and Erin (and his son-in-law Steve and daughter-in-law Julie) were the greatest spiritual gifts of his life....
Betty Jean Leupold
October 15, 2025
Betty Jean Leupold, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2025 at the age of 97. She is survived by her daughters Karla Young of California and Karlene Phillips(Stephen)of Albuquerque, seven grandchildren, fifteen grandchildren and five great grandchildren, cousins and many friends. She is preceded in death by her husband Arthur Leupold, daughter Karol Windsor, son...
Carolyn Vargo
October 15, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, sister, wife, and friend, Carolyn "Carol" Marcene Vargo, age 70, of Albuquerque, New Mexico on Wednesday October 15, 2025 peacefully at home. She was born on December 10, 1954 in Barberton, Ohio to Joseph E. and Louise Phillips. Carol worked in food service and was a...
Harold Burk
October 15, 2025
Harold Wayland Burk
November 16, 1934 to October 15, 2025.
Wayland was born in Lohn, Tx. to Tom and Susie Burk. Wayland often fondly recalled his childhood with his brothers, Wiley and David. His father was a Pentecostal Minister and during his formative years Wayland moved to several locations around Texas and New Mexico before settling in Odessa, Tx for his high school years. Wayland was...
Judith Miller
October 14, 2025
Judith "Judy" Miller, beloved mother and grandmother, died October 14, 2025. Born November 1935 in Carlsbad, NM, raised in Lovington, NM. Came to Albuquerque in November 1962 when her husband was transferred to Albuquerque by the US Army. Preceded in death by her husband, Latham G. Miller, parents Mary and Garry Stinebaugh and brother Garry Ed Stinebaugh. Survived by daughter, Kathy Miller-Pehr,...
Maxine Yvonne Bononcini
October 13, 2025
Maxine Yvonne Bononcini, age 77, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2025. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, proud grandmother, teacher, and faithful woman of God.
Maxine was the kind of person who made everyone feel loved. She was known for her warmth, kindness, and the way she always put others before herself. Cleaning was her peace - she found...
Richard Jacobs
October 12, 2025
Richard C. Jacobs of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on October 12, 2025, at the age of 65.He is survived by brothers Michael and Eric Jacobs, sister in law Merry Jacobs, niece Jordan Jacobs, aunts Florence Leiman and Charlie Matracht, uncle Charles Rosenberg, several cousins and many close friends.He is preceded in death by his parents, Harvey and June Jacobs;...
David Chrysler Hawn
October 11, 2025
David passed away gracefully and peacefully after being diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2020. Even in his later days, he loved and appreciated a good story, a well-timed joke, good music, and a four-course meal. The family is immensely grateful to the staff at Morningstar's memory care facility for their care, attention, and assistance with David.
David was born in Muskogee, Oklahoma,...
Louise Olbert Shull Bland
October 11, 2025
Louise Olbert Shull Bland, 87, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2025, at her home in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Louise was born in Mancos, Colorado, on May 31, 1938, to Muriel Everett Olbert and Leonard Olbert. Louise is survived by her children, Kathryn Shull and Jim Shull, and his wife, Christen Shull. She will also be missed by her grandchildren:...
Mary Helen Saavedra
October 10, 2025
Beautiful, loving, kind, compassionate, courageous, generous, faithful, devoted, intelligent, funny, elegant and graceful.
November 20, 1942, Mary Helen was born in an adobe home surrounded with love by her parents, Gabriel and Angela. She was the baby of the family and looked up to her brothers Gabe and Kiki who she admired for their strengths and individuality. As she weaved fairy...
Clyde Allen Lowery
October 10, 2025
Mr. Clyde “Allen” Lowery, a beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle, friend, artist, community member, and believer in Jesus Christ passed away peacefully on October 10th, 2025, at the age of 80. Born in Austin Texas to Clyde Cecil and Hattie Lowery, Allen lived a life marked by kindness, integrity, and unwavering dedication to those he loved and his beloved...
Luis Canuto Gallegos
October 10, 2025
With great sadness, the family of Luis (Louie) Gallegos of Albuquerque, New Mexico, announce the passing of Luis on October 10, 2025. Born on December 7, 1948 in Las Vegas, New Mexico, Luis grew up in Penasco, New Mexico, where his father was a teacher. He attended the Catholic seminary in Santa Fe for two years before completing high school...
Joseph Herron
October 9, 2025
Joseph Lonnie Herron
February 12th, 1984 - October 9th, 2025
Joseph is survived by his father, Oscar S. Herron; mother, Theresa M. Herron; brother, Jeffery E. Herron; uncles, aunts, and cousins. He was born and resided in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Joey loved music and art. He will truly be missed.
Psalm 23:4 states: "Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will...
Myra Cochnar
October 9, 2025
Myra Cochnar, 80, Founder of Landmark Musicals
Myra Cochnar, a native New Yorker who called Albuquerque home for more than 30 years and was an engaged magazine publisher, founder and artistic director of Landmark Musicals, founder of and performer with the singing group Broadway and a real estate sales executive, died at her home on Thursday, October 9, 2025. She was...
Lawrence Berger
October 8, 2025
With deep sadness, we share the sudden and unexpected passing of Lawrence S. Berger (Larry), whose life was marked by love, laughter, and a profound loyalty to the people he cherished most. Larry was a devoted husband, son, brother, uncle, and friend whose warmth and humor touched the lives of everyone who knew him.
Larry shared a beautiful and loving marriage...
Opal Goble
October 8, 2025
We are saddened to share that Opal Goble has passed away on October 8, 2025. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Melba E. Torres
October 7, 2025
Melba E. Torres was born in Watrous, NM, July 5, 1931, the daughter of Guadalupe Castillo and Ophir Trujillo. She passed away peacefully with family at her bedside.
She was married to Leo E. Torres Jr., who preceded her death July 19, 2021. They were married 67 years. Melba is survived by her brother, Alex Trujillo; one daughter, Patsy Shirey (Tijeras,...
Jean Hodgin
October 7, 2025
Jean Ann Hollingsworth born February 28, 1933, died October 07, 2025.
Jean (Holly) Hodgin is survived by her husband of 68 years, Ulton (Bud) Hodgin, her children, Lisa (Hodgin) Cvecko (Jerry), Susan (Hodgin) Rogers (Jim), and Charles Hodgin; and her brother, Charles Hollingsworth, DrPH. In addition, she is survived by her grandchildren, Mitchell Cvecko (Jennifer), Kelsey Mendonca, Emily Rogers Miles (Larry),...
Emma Chavez
October 7, 2025
Emma Chavez, age 97, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away peacefully in her home on October 7, 2025, surrounded by family.
Born on April 15, 1928, in Estancia, NM, Emma lived a long and full life devoted to her faith, her loving family and her precious dog, Sparky.
Emma was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Pete Chavez; and her son-in-law, Anthony...
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